We carry out roof lantern respraying in Reigate and across the RH2 area. Respraying refreshes a faded or dated lantern without replacing it.

Signs you need roof lantern respraying
- Chalky or faded powder coat
- Yellowed white uPVC
- Peeling paint on timber
Common causes we find
UV fading
Sun breaks down coatings and colour over time.
Style change
New windows or doors in a different colour.
Roof lanterns in Reigate
Drier, sunnier parts of the UK are kinder to seals than the wet west, but strong sun ages sealant, gaskets and plastic end caps, and south- or west-facing lanterns can make rooms very warm. Solar control glass and an opening vent help.
We cover Reigate as part of Surrey, about 16 miles from Guildford.
Close by, we also cover Redhill (2 miles), Horley (5 miles), Banstead (6 miles).
What should you expect to pay in Reigate?
Most roof lantern respraying jobs come in between £495 and £1,295 ex VAT (£594–£1,554 including VAT), per lantern. Towers or scaffold, where needed, are priced into the quote. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing before any work starts.
Do you need permission in England?
Straightforward repairs — resealing, gaskets, cappings, eaves and like-for-like parts — don't normally need building regulations approval in England. Replacing the whole lantern or enlarging the opening is different and falls under the Building Regulations 2010; we confirm in writing which route applies before any replacement. Listed buildings need listed building consent from the local council for alterations, and conservation areas can have extra controls; like-for-like repairs are treated differently from changes, so check with the council's conservation officer first.
How does it work?
- Send photosWhatsApp or upload a few photos and tell us when it leaks.
- Guide priceWe reply with a guide price and whether a visit is needed.
- Fixed price in writingYou approve the price and the date before anything starts.
- Repair and testWe fix what's failed, water-test where it matters, and send photos.
Roof lantern respraying in Reigate: questions
How do I get a price for roof lantern respraying in Reigate?
Send a few photos of the lantern and the problem, with your Reigate postcode. We'll reply with a guide price and tell you whether a visit is needed before we can fix the price.
Do you need to visit to price roof lantern respraying?
Not always. Clear photos are often enough for a guide price. Where the cause isn't obvious, a visit to inspect and water-test is charged from £145 ex VAT, confirmed before we come.
What does a lantern respray cost?
Usually £495–£1,295 ex VAT per lantern depending on size, condition and access, confirmed in writing before work starts.
Which colours can you do?
Most RAL colours, including popular anthracite grey (RAL 7016), black and white.
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